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24/11/1983
Simon Bates and Richard Skinner present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 24 November 1983. Featuring Paul Young, Tina Turner, The Smiths, Marilyn, Simple Minds, The Style Council and Billy Joel.
Last on
Sat 6 Dec 202523:10
Music Played
Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes
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Paul Young
Love Of The Common People
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Tina Turner
Let's Stay Together
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The Smiths
This Charming Man
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Thompson Twins
Hold Me Now
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Marilyn
Calling Your Name
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Simple Minds
Waterfront
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The Style Council
A Solid Bond in Your Heart
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Billy Joel
Uptown Girl
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Eurythmics
Right By Your Side
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Simon Bates |
| Presenter | Richard Skinner |
Broadcasts
- Thu 24 Nov 198319:30BBC One London
- Fri 12 May 201719:30
- Sat 13 May 201700:00
- Sat 13 May 201723:00
- Wed 9 May 201801:15
- Fri 22 Nov 202420:10
- Sat 23 Nov 202402:55
- Tue 10 Dec 202423:30
- Sat 6 Dec 202523:10
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